Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Demetrius is well spoken of by everyone—and even by the truth itself. We also speak well of him, and you know that our testimony is true. New Living Translation Everyone speaks highly of Demetrius, as does the truth itself. We ourselves can say the same for him, and you know we speak the truth. English Standard Version Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also add our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true. Berean Standard Bible Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. Berean Literal Bible Witness has been given to Demetrius by all, and by the truth itself; and we also bear witness, and you know that our testimony is true. King James Bible Demetrius hath good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, and we also bear record; and ye know that our record is true. New King James Version Demetrius has a good testimony from all, and from the truth itself. And we also bear witness, and you know that our testimony is true. New American Standard Bible Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we testify too, and you know that our testimony is true. NASB 1995 Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we add our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true. NASB 1977 Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we also bear witness, and you know that our witness is true. Legacy Standard Bible Demetrius has received a good witness from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we add our witness, and you know that our witness is true. Amplified Bible Demetrius has received a good testimony and commendation from everyone—and from the truth [the standard of God’s word] itself; and we add our testimony and speak well of him, and you know that our testimony is true. Christian Standard Bible Everyone speaks well of Demetrius—even the truth itself. And we also speak well of him, and you know that our testimony is true. Holman Christian Standard Bible Demetrius has a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. And we also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. American Standard Version Demetrius hath the witness of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, we also bear witness; and thou knowest that our witness is true. Contemporary English Version Everyone speaks well of Demetrius, and so does the true message that he teaches. I also speak well of him, and you know what I say is true. English Revised Version Demetrius hath the witness of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, we also bear witness; and thou knowest that our witness is true. GOD'S WORD® Translation Everyone, including the truth itself, says good things about Demetrius. We also say good things about him, and you know that what we say is true. Good News Translation Everyone speaks well of Demetrius; truth itself speaks well of him. And we add our testimony, and you know that what we say is true. International Standard Version Demetrius has received a good report from everyone, including the truth itself. We, too, can testify to this report, and you know that our testimony is true. Majority Standard Bible Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. NET Bible Demetrius has been testified to by all, even by the truth itself. We also testify to him, and you know that our testimony is true. New Heart English Bible Demetrius has the testimony of all, and of the truth itself; yes, we also testify, and you know that our testimony is true. Webster's Bible Translation Demetrius hath good report by all men, and by the truth itself: and we also bear testimony; and ye know that our testimony is true. Weymouth New Testament The character of Demetrius has the approval of all men, and of the truth itself. We also express our approval of it, and you know that we only give our approval to that which is true. World English Bible Demetrius has the testimony of all, and of the truth itself; yes, we also testify, and you know that our testimony is true. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiontestimony has been given to Demetrius by all, and by the truth itself, and we also—we testify, and you have known that our testimony is true. Berean Literal Bible Witness has been given to Demetrius by all, and by the truth itself; and we also bear witness, and you know that our testimony is true. Young's Literal Translation to Demetrius testimony hath been given by all, and by the truth itself, and we also -- we do testify, and ye have known that our testimony is true. Smith's Literal Translation It has been testified to Demetrius by all, and by the truth itself: and we also testify; and know that our testimony is true. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTo Demetrius testimony is given by all, and by the truth itself, yea and we also give testimony: and thou knowest that our testimony is true. Catholic Public Domain Version Testimony is being given for Demetrius by everyone, and by the truth itself. And we also offer testimony. And you know that our testimony is true. New American Bible Demetrius receives a good report from all, even from the truth itself. We give our testimonial as well, and you know our testimony is true. New Revised Standard Version Everyone has testified favorably about Demetrius, and so has the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleDe-me’tri-us has good report of all men, and of the church, and of the truth itself: yea, we also testify for him; and we know that our testimony is true. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Concerning Demetrius, he has a testimony from everyone and that of the assembly, as well as that of the truth, and we also testify, and you know that our testimony is true. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentA good report is given of Demetrius by all, and by the truth itself: and we also give our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true. Godbey New Testament To Demetrius it has been testified by all, and by the truth itself: and we also testify: and you know that our testimony is true. Haweis New Testament Demetrius hath a good testimony from all men, and from the truth itself: and we also bear our testimony, and ye know that our testimony is true. Mace New Testament Demetrius has the applauses of all men, and the testimony of his own virtue: we likewise certify in his behalf, and you know that our testimonial deserves credit. Weymouth New Testament The character of Demetrius has the approval of all men, and of the truth itself. We also express our approval of it, and you know that we only give our approval to that which is true. Worrell New Testament To Demetrius testimony has been borne by all, and by the truth itself; and we also bear testimony, and you know that our testimony is true. Worsley New Testament A good testimony is borne to Demetrius by all men, and by the truth itself: yea, and we also bear him like witness, and ye know that our testimony is true. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Diotrephes and Demetrius…11Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but what is good. The one who does good is of God; the one who does evil has not seen God. 12Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. 13I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with pen and ink.… Cross References John 21:24 This is the disciple who testifies to these things and who has written them down. And we know that his testimony is true. Acts 6:3 Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them 1 Timothy 3:7 Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil. 1 Timothy 5:10 and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work. 1 Timothy 5:25 In the same way, good deeds are obvious, and even the ones that are inconspicuous cannot remain hidden. 2 Corinthians 8:18 Along with Titus we are sending the brother who is praised by all the churches for his work in the gospel. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things. Proverbs 22:1 A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold. Proverbs 10:7 The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. Proverbs 12:8 A man is praised according to his wisdom, but a twisted mind is despised. Proverbs 15:30 The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. Proverbs 27:2 Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips. Romans 14:18 For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men. Colossians 4:9 With him I am sending Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here. 1 Thessalonians 2:10 You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous, and blameless our conduct was among you who believed. Treasury of Scripture Demetrius has good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yes, and we also bear record; and you know that our record is true. good. Acts 10:22 And they said, Cornelius the centurion, a just man, and one that feareth God, and of good report among all the nation of the Jews, was warned from God by an holy angel to send for thee into his house, and to hear words of thee. Acts 22:12 And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there, 1 Thessalonians 4:12 That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing. and we. John 19:35 And he that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might believe. John 21:24 This is the disciple which testifieth of these things, and wrote these things: and we know that his testimony is true. Jump to Previous Add Approval Bear Borne Character Demetrius Deme'trius Express Good Itself Received Record Report Speak Testify Testimony True. Truth WitnessJump to Next Add Approval Bear Borne Character Demetrius Deme'trius Express Good Itself Received Record Report Speak Testify Testimony True. Truth Witness3 John 1 1. He commends Gaius for his piety,5. and hospitality, 7. to true preachers; 9. complaining of the unkind dealing of ambitious Diotrephes on the contrary side; 11. whose evil example is not to be followed; 12. and gives special testimony to the good report of Demetrius. Demetrius The name "Demetrius" is of Greek origin, meaning "belonging to Demeter," the Greek goddess of the harvest. In the context of 3 John, Demetrius is likely a Christian leader or missionary who is well-regarded by the apostle John. Historically, names like Demetrius were common in the Hellenistic world, reflecting the cultural blend of Greek and Jewish influences in the early church. Demetrius serves as a model of Christian virtue and integrity, embodying the qualities that John commends to his readers. has received a good testimony from everyone and from the truth itself We also testify for him and you know that our testimony is true (1) that he was the bearer of this Epistle to Gaius, - which is not improbable; (2) that he was a member of the same Church as Diotrephes, and had done good service in opposing him, - which is possible; (3) that he is the silversmith of Artemis (Acts 19:24), now "preaching the faith of which he once made havoc," - which is not probable. The name was a common one. It is not easy to determine the meaning of the statement that Demetrius hath the witness of all men, and of the truth itself. Perhaps it means that those who bore testimony to Demetrius were something more than a large body of unanimous human witnesses, strong as such testimony would be; in giving their witness they were guided by "the Spirit of truth." Or it may mean that the facts speak of themselves: as soon as Gaius knows Demetrius he will see that the universal commendation of him is amply justified. The true reading in what follows is, "and thou knowest that our witness is true" (comp. John 19:35; John 21:24). The calm confidence with which the writer asserts his authority, both over Diotrephes and also as a witness, confirms us in the belief that "the elder" is no less than the apostle. Greek DemetriusΔημητρίῳ (Dēmētriō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 1216: Demetrius, a silversmith of Ephesus. From Demeter; Demetrius, the name of an Ephesian and of a Christian. has received a good testimony μεμαρτύρηται (memartyrētai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3140: To witness, bear witness, give evidence, testify, give a good report. From martus; to be a witness, i.e. Testify. from ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition Strong's 5259: A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). everyone, πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. from ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition Strong's 5259: A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. truth ἀληθείας (alētheias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 225: From alethes; truth. itself. αὐτῆς (autēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. We ἡμεῖς (hēmeis) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. also δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. testify [for him], μαρτυροῦμεν (martyroumen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 3140: To witness, bear witness, give evidence, testify, give a good report. From martus; to be a witness, i.e. Testify. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. you know οἶδας (oidas) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 1492: To know, remember, appreciate. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. our ἡμῶν (hēmōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. testimony μαρτυρία (martyria) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3141: Witness, evidence, testimony, reputation. From martus; evidence given. is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. true. ἀληθής (alēthēs) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 227: Unconcealed, true, true in fact, worthy of credit, truthful. TRUE. Links 3 John 1:12 NIV3 John 1:12 NLT 3 John 1:12 ESV 3 John 1:12 NASB 3 John 1:12 KJV 3 John 1:12 BibleApps.com 3 John 1:12 Biblia Paralela 3 John 1:12 Chinese Bible 3 John 1:12 French Bible 3 John 1:12 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 3 John 1:12 Demetrius has the testimony of all (3J iiiJ 3Jn iii jn 3 jo) |
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